Electronic Technician

Brookhaven National Laboratory is entering an exciting new chapter with one of the newest and most advanced synchrotron facilities in the world. National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) enables the study of material properties and functions with nanoscale resolution and exquisite sensitivity by providing world-leading capabilities for X-ray imaging and high-resolution energy analysis.

This facility is open to users from academia and industry and its operations are at a time when the world enters a new era with a global economy fueled largely by scientific discoveries and technological innovations. NSLS-II provides the research tools needed to foster new discoveries and create breakthroughs in critical areas such as energy security, environment, and human health.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

NSLS-II Accelerator Division has an opening for a Senior Level Electronic Technician to repair, troubleshoot, construct, install and test electronic equipment. In addition, this position will provide support for various electrical sub-systems critical to accelerator operations and will require ability to troubleshoot and identify modes of failure and mitigate corrective action. This position will require close interaction with technicians and engineers. Tasking will also include provision of technical support for development and special projects.

Brookhaven National Laboratory and the Energy and Photon Sciences Directorate are committed to your success. We offer a supportive work environment and the resources necessary for you to succeed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Maintain power supply systems including repairs and improvements

· Design and build test fixtures and loads

· Build and modify complex electronic equipment

· Generate schematics and mechanical assembly drawings

· Build electrical assemblies and PLC chassis (mechanical & electrical)

· Maintain and implement safety practices and procedures applicable to daily activities

· Overtime work, including emergency call-in, required

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

· Requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus:

• a BS degree in a technical field and 4 years work experience or;
• a technical institute, Adult BOCES certification, AA degree in a technical field, CCI program completion at BNL plus 8 years experience or;
• a technical high school certification program (eg. BOCES) and 9 years relevant work experience or;
• 10 years relevant work experience

· Experience with fabrication, assembly, wiring, testing electronics systems

· Experience with solder and re-work techniques for through-hole and SMD components

· Experience using test equipment (function generators, oscilloscopes, multi-meters)

· Experience with design of test fixtures and loads

· Able to work from schematics, diagrams, and written procedures

· Ability to modify existing equipment.

· Machine shop skills

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• At least 12 years of relevant experience
• Design improvements to electronic equipment

· Able to modify schematics, diagrams, and written procedures

· Knowledge of spreadsheet software, measurement systems and computer programming of devices.

· Machine shop certifications

· Familiarity with Lock-Out, Tag-Out procedures

· Experience in an accelerator, scientific, or research facility

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

· Must be safety-conscious and able to follow detailed written procedures

· Essential functions; lifting of 30 pounds, continuous walking / standing, climb a ladder and work at heights up to 30 feet

Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $84100 - $114200 / year.  Salary level and offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.

Brookhaven employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file